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2012 Porsche 911 Carrera Price – £71 449

The new 2012 Porsche 911 will be available in UK showrooms from this weekend (December 17). One lucky participant’s 911 will be turned from virtual dream into reality. You have just to specify your ideal new 911 using the on-line Porsche car configurator and enter your details before midnight on January 31 2012.

The winner will be invited to the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone to drive their perfect 911 on a half-day programme next summer.

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera has superb standard equipment including leather interior, sports seats, automatic climate control, Bi-Xenon headlights, 4.6” colour touch-screen Porsche Communication Management with satellite navigation, a universal audio interface offering MP3 connectivity, Porsche Stability Management (PSM) and a 3-year warranty.

That’s why the price is not less than £71 449 for a standard car with the least powerful engine.

The Carrera S adds 20” alloy wheels, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche Torque Vectoring (PTV) with rear LSD (limited slip differential). You can enjoy all these extra plus a mighty 3.8 liter flat six engine.

The engine range includes 3.4-litre flat-six with 350PS (257 kW), direct injection and optional PDK. It returns astonishing 34.4mpg on combined cycle. The mighty 3.8 liter flat-six for Carrera S boasts 400PS (294 KW). It also can be mated to the optional PDK and returns 32.4 mpg on combined cycle and CO2 emissions of 205 g/km.

The performance is brutal – 4.6 seconds to 100 km/h for Carrera and just 4.3 seconds for Carrera S. These times can be cut 0.2sec with the optional Sport Chrono Pack.

Don’t forget to build you unique 911!

Source: Porsche

December 15, 2011

Techart 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera

The new 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera and S models have received a full tuning package from TechArt. The modifications include exterior modification and individualization of the interior.

The tuned 2012 Porsche 911 features TechArt styling packages in carbon fibre or custom colour as well as TechArt sport tailpipes made of polished stainless steel. There are also sets of wheels in dimensions from 20 to 21” in two styles – TechArt Formula light alloy wheels and TechArt Formula III forged light alloys.

Inside, the stylish sports car boasts full leather interior with decorative stitching in custom colour. There are also custom floor mats, illuminated door entry guards with illuminated TECHART logotype or individual personalized logotype, 3-spokes sport steering wheel with paddles shifters, instrument dials in custom colour, a set of aluminum sport pedals and styling packages in carbon fibre or custom colour.

Techart 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera with TECHART Aerodynamic Kit I will be exhibited at the the Geneva Motor Show.

Check out the specs, below!

TECHART 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera and Carrera S

Exterior

TECHART styling packages in carbon fibre or custom colour

TECHART sport tailpipes, dual oval tube, made of polished stainless steel, with TECHART logotype

TECHART sport tailpipes, dual round tube, made of polished stainless steel, with TECHART logotype

Wheels

TECHART Formula light alloy wheels in 20- and 21-inch

TECHART Formula III forged light alloy wheels in 20- und 21-inch

Interior

TECHART full leather interior

Decorative stitching in custom colour

TECHART floor mats

TECHART illuminated door entry guards with illuminated TECHART logotype or individual personalized logotype

TECHART 3-spokes sport steering wheel

TECHART paddles shifters

TECHART instrument dials in custom colour

TECHART aluminum sport pedals

TECHART aluminum foot rest

TECHART styling packages in carbon fibre or custom colour

Source: TechArt

December 14, 2011

TopCar Porsche Cayenne II Vantage Carbon Edition

TopCar has released Porsche Cayenne Vantage 2 Carbon Edition. It is based on Porsche Cayenne II Turbo.

The SUV is entirely reworked in order to get unique exterior and interior. Outside the vehicle boasts complete body kit including front and rear bumpers, fender flairs, a pair of side skirts, modified hood, roof spoiler and liftgate spoiler. Everything is finished in carbon fiber gray giving the big vehicle a unique aggressive look. The stance is further improved by lowering the vehicle and adding a new set of wheels fitted with low-profile tires.

The interior is also staggering with the carbon fiber trim all over the place – door panels, steering wheel, gear lever, center console, dashboard, seats, etc. There is also a set of TopCar pedals.

Last, but not least, Cayenne Vantage 2 Carbon Edition has some engine modifications – an ECU re-map, a new high-flow air filter, sport exhaust system. There is no data for the result, but originally the mighty 4.8 liter twin-turbo V8 has 500PS (368 kW) and accelerates to 100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds.

The vehicle will be exhibited in Moscow from 16^th to 19^th December.

TopCar Porsche Cayenne II Vantage Carbon Edition

TopCar Porsche Cayenne II Vantage Carbon Edition (Interior)

Source: TopCar

December 13, 2011

Awards of PORSCHE for 2011

It was a successful year for PORCSHE and it can prove it with the bunch of awards that it got!

The brand new Porsche 911 just has just “arrived” on the market and already has achieved a top motoring magazine award. With this award it adds a further one to the 2011 collection already awarded to the 911 GT3 RS 4.0, Cayman R and Boxster.

To start with the newest award, the new Porsche 911 has achieved the title Coupe of the Year 2011 by Top Gear magazine. In order to give the price, the well-known magazine has taken into consideration important data about the vehicle such as its price, its performance, its economy and its emissions. As a world’s best sports car the new 911 model combines a powerful rear-mounted flat-six engine with the iconic 911 silhouette and adds more power and efficiency, less weight and a host of new technologies to improve more the sports car driving experience.

Next comes the award of the he iconic 911 GT3 RS 4.0. It was judged by EVO as Car of the Year. The reason to make this choice the selectors attribute to GT3 RS 4.0’s extraordinary and naturally aspirated engine. Another reason is that the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 brings together in a road car all the attributes that have made the Porsche 911 a regular winner on the race track. In addition it can produce the powerful 368 kW (500 hp), equivalent to 125 hp per litre. A further detail about the car is that it has a 4.0-litre engine, which is the largest and most powerful naturally aspirated engine ever featured in a 911!

The third award is given by Autocar and it is attributed to Porsche Cayman R. The latter one is declared as Britain’s Best Driver’s Car for 2011, after winning the yearly contest run by the magazine. In the run had taken part 11 of the year’s greatest new cars, and the aim was to figure out which one provides the greatest thrills for its driver. And without any hesitation Porsche Cayman R won it, delivering a pure satisfaction to the driver! With a weight of 1295 kg and its characteristic flat six 3.4-litre engine tuned to develop 243 kW (330 hp), the Cayman R is a representation of the lightweight, mid-engined sports car concept, and moreover it offers a precise and exciting driving experience.

The next award was also given to the Cayman R, which this time made a triumph as the ‘Best Sports Car 2011’ according to the opinion of CAR magazine. This time the comparison has been made between nine cars, and again the Porsche achieved the highest scores related to the tests made on road and track, and the responsiveness and chassis.

The last award goes to Porsche Boxer which was declared as the best among the “Used Sports Car of the Year”. The opinion is given by the professionals from What Car? Magazine, which states that over three-quarters of all Porsche sports cars ever built are still on the roads. Moreover in their opinion, if one wants to enter the world of Porsche then the perfect way probably is to get a pre-owned one. Of course for those who are willing to do so, there is The Porsche Approved program. It offers a wide choice of models in a variety of specifications to suit the personal taste, and in addition each is offered a two year warranty and the assurance of a thorough check-over by Porsche. What Car? Magazine commented that the mid-engined Porsche Boxster this great car can be accessible at not so great price. It is the perfect Used Sports Car because it combines fast drive with comfortability. With the super-stiff chassis Boxster remains rock solid with the roof down. On the other hand the 180 kW (245 hp) and the 2.7-litre engine, it brings joy and satisfaction to the driver!

Source: Porsche

December 9, 2011

Testing the 2012 Porsche Carrera 911 [video]

Porsche has released an interesting video clip in YouTube, where they show how the new 911 model was developed.

The 2012 Carrera 911 comes with -new 7-speed manual gearbox. It is tested in extreme weather conditions from South Africa to Arctic Circle to show the quality of materials of the famous sports model. The new model is known the 991.

“One may ask, why a car must operate under conditions most owners would never dream of living in, let alone driving in. The reason is simple. Porsche is adamant in believing the measure of a Porsche is its ability to perform just as well here, as it would on a German autobahn, interstate highway in the U.S. or anywhere else a car’s owner might be. This is the Porsche standard.”

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS90XYXi1xg

Source: Porsche via Youtube

December 5, 2011

Cars & Art Porsche 911 Carrera 4S

Cars & Art has introduced their tuned Porsche 997 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S. The name of the project is “Pretty Boy” and you can see, why!

The mighty Porsche is completely foiled in matte-white colour, but it also features some nice light blue elements. The tuned Carrera stands on enormous 20” OZ Racing Ultraleggera HLT wheels finished in gold paint and fitted with performance Dunlop Sport Maxx GT tires. There are also front and tail covers and the GT3 spoiler.

The stance is unique thanks to H&R lowering suspension, which cut 35 mm of the ride height. Last, but not least, Cars & Art has installed a sports exhaust system with flap control.

The Porsche 997 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is powered by a 3.8 liter flat-six engine with 360PS (265 kW) at 6600RPM and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) at 4600RPM. The performance is brutal – from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 300 km/h (190 mph).

The power is put on the road through viscous clutch all-wheel-drive system, which can send between 5% and 40% of engine torque to the front wheels as needed.

Source: Cars & Art via WCF

November 25, 2011

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet

Great news for Porsche lovers: The new 911 Carrera Cabriolet with innovative folding roof makes a debut.

The latest convertible edition of 911 Carrera is on sale in March 2012. What’s new about this edition is that the new Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet offers sporting drivers the option to enjoy the renowned dynamic qualities and iconic design of the 911 Coupe combined with the added versatility and driving pleasure offered by its folding convertible roof.

The 911 Cabriolet has a high tech aluminium steel body with the Coupe, and the convertible extends this innovation to its all new, unique hood. This new Porsche offers an intelligent lightweight design, including the use of magnesium in the hood frame. It also ensures reduced weight for increased responsiveness, lower fuel consumption and greater comfort. The innovation here, and I am sure you’ll love it, is that the brand new Coupe model, is significantly lighter overall than it’s the former one.

And that is not all. The newbie 911 Cabriolet models have a longer wheelbase, wider front track and the new electro mechanical power. This of course is made to ensure the open-roofed models. The compact footprint on the other hand is accomplished by the shortening of the front and rear overhangs. Furthermore, there are additional standard or optional active control systems, for the overall improvement of the driving dynamics.

And for those who still like the classic look of the Porsche, I have to assure you that the new 911 Cabriolet models offer the same charismatic line-up of rear-mounted, flat-six engines as the Coupé equivalents of the benchmark sportscar. What is impressive is that the 911 Carrera Cabriolet features a 3.4-litre engine generating 350 hp (257 kW). With it the driving of the rear wheels are taken through a 7-speed manual transmission. More to come: you cannot underestimate the fact The Carrera S Cabriolet offers a 3.8-litre engine developing 400 hp (294 kW). It is also coupled to a 7-speed manual transmission as standard. Therefore the open-top 911 models share the characteristic efficiency for which the 911 is very well known!

And if you want to experience even lower fuel consumption and shorter acceleration time, the choice is only the new 911 Carrera Cabriolet (which for that sake offers the 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) double-clutch transmission as an option).

The starting sale-date for the new 911 Carrera Cabriolet models is March 3 2012. But this goes only for the lucky people in the United Kingdom. There the 911 Carrera Cabriolet is priced from £79 947, and the 911 Carrera S Cabriolet – from £89 740.

All customers will have the opportunity to explore the potential of their new car by participating in a complimentary course at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone. And to make it even better Porsche has given a thought about the security of the automobile: fitted to every 911 Carrera Cabriolet is a Porsche Vehicle Tracking System (VTS), which is a sophisticated vehicle security package approved to Thatcham Category 5 standard.

2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet Rear

Source: Porsche

November 23, 2011

Hamann Guardian Evo Porsche Cayenne II

Hamann has introduced its extensive parts programme for the current Porsche Cayenne Turbo. It includes a whole package of improvements – performance, aerodynamics, brake system and suspension. The name of the project is HAMANN GUARDIAN EVO.

The body kit includes extended front apron with larger air inlets and integrated additional daylight running lights as well as full beam and fog lights in LED technology. There are also an ultra-light carbon bonnet with a slit “power dome”, wing extensions and new side skirts resulting in widening the vehicle with the impressive 120 mm at the front axle and 160 mm at the back.

The HAMANN rear apron with an integrated diffuser houses the two central stainless steel end pipes measuring 120 mm in width.

The performance modifications include – sports silencer, sports catalysts, sports air filter and an optimized engine map. The result is 550PS (405 kW) at 6100RPM and 770Nm (568 lb-ft) at 2300RPM. From 0 to 100 km/h in only 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 300 km/h.

Guardian EVO stands on enormous 11J x 23” unique forged wheels fitted with Dunlop Sport Maxx tyres in size 315/25 R23. Behind them, there are CERAMIC sports brake system with brake discs 420 x 40 mm in the front and 380 x 32 mm in the back with 6-piston and four-piston calipers, respectively.

A sports module has been developed especially for the Cayenne´s air suspension and thanks to this serial enhancement, the HAMANN GUARDIAN EVO can be lowered by up to 35 mm.

The interior is the final touch, which gets masterly stitched embroidery on the dash board and the seats. The ergonomically re-designed airbag steering wheel renders a comfortable grip. Last, but not least, there are carbon component parts on the instruments and the centre consoles.

Hamann Guardian Evo Porsche Cayenne II Interior

Source: Hamann

November 18, 2011

dp Motorsport 1973 Porsche 911

1973 Porsche 911 is a stunningly beautiful car and what is more, it is fantastic to drive not only because it has magnificent engine, but it is super lightweight. Still, the dp Motorsport has “added” some additional equipment to the small Porsche or we should say “deleted”…

The rear-engined 911 is powered by a 3.6 litre flat-six with 310PS (228 kW). The car also comes with open air filters, a programmable advance curve double fuse combined with a G-50 Gearbox and limited slip differential are the decisive engine/transmission characteristics.

The tuned 911 also features a dp11 RS 2011 bodykit manufactured from carbon, including front bumper and hood, fenders, lightweight doors, rear fender flares, rear bumper and rear spoiler.

There are also green heated windscreen, a set of green-toned Plexiglas windows, as well as lightweight lamp lenses, were installed for the sake of weight saving. Reduced-weight tail light lamp holders, as well as air conditioner cover and underride protection from carbon, help chop the weight down to the desired figure. The carbon roof panel has been manufactured using the sandwich vacuum technique, and both hoods are equipped with quick release fasteners.

dp Motorsport 911 stands on superwide 9J x 15” at the front and 13J x 15” Fuchs alloy wheels fitted with 225/50-15 and 345/35-15 tires, respectively.

Apart from the dp coilovers, adjustable stabilizers, as well as head bearing, the spring plates and rear-axle independent arms with Uniball bushings are definitely worth a mention. A braking system originating from a 964 model and adjusted for the 911-G-Modell provides appropriate deceleration.

The interior boasts dp 935 bucket seats, the light carbon dashboard, a special knee bar set and the raised central tunnel catch the eye at first glance. In contrast to the body colour, the interior is dominated by black Alcantra. A welded safety cage, a varnished sports steering wheel with Porsche horn button, a lid instead of the clock and a carbon underbody are impossible to overlook. Finally, such specials are featured as a dp Clubsporttank with the capacity of 70 litres, a 25-amp gel battery starter, a smaller windshield cleaning liquid tank, light electric interior airing system, a middle oil cooler with front hood ventilation, as well as a brake cooling housing made of carbon.

All these modifications ultimately result in bringing the unladen weight of this 911 down to 870 kg, so you have to expect amazing performance.

Source: dp Motorsport

November 14, 2011

REIL Performance Porsche GT3

REIL Performance – a product of MR CAR DESIGN in Erftstadt – has changed the performance specification of Porsche 997 GT3 via a number of upgrades.

The 997 GT3 is powered by a 3.6 liter flat-six with 420PS (309 kW), which is enough to catapult the small car to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds. The top speed is 311 km/h (193 mph). Porsche’s official test-driver Walter Rohrl lapped the Nurburgring Nordschleife in 7 minutes 42 seconds with the 997 GT3.

REIL has added chip-tuning and a specially designed Akrapovic exhaust system named GT3. The overall power is bumped to 455PS (335 kW).

The GT3 also received HLS lift kit which helps to prevent all obstacles. It should be mentioned on this occasion that the ARTEVO company, which is situated in vicinity to minster, has become a REIL Performance base for the minster land.

And to clarify it once more: the company MR CAR DESIGN in Erftstadt and REIL Performance have virtually acquired an “offshoot” at the same place in the best sense which principal activity is processing and assembling high-quality products.

The main aim of the company is manufacturing relevant cars, as it is easy to see by the example of the red wolf in sheep’s fur shown here.

Source: REIL Performance

November 11, 2011

6th Gear Experience – £75 gift to remember – Audi R8

The UK’s leading provider of supercar driving experience days, 6th Gear Experience has announced an amazing collection of over 30 cars to choose from, five great circuits around the country, and a range of gift vouchers from only £75.

With such opportunity, you can turn someone’s dream into reality with a 6th Gear driving experience. And with on-course and in-car video and photography, 6th Gear will help ensure that everyone enjoys a highly memorable day.

The list of supercars is amazing – Murcielago LP640, Gallardo Spider, 458 Italia, 360 Challenge Stradale, Audi R8, 997 Turbo and the brutal supercharged Ariel Atom, which accelerates to 100 km/h in 3 seconds. You’ll be also able to choose from the mighty Nissan GT-R and Ford Focus RS.

There will be a choice of five great circuits – in the south at Longcross Proving Ground near Chertsey, Surrey, in the Midlands at Bruntingthorpe, Leicestershire and Prodrive near Kenilworth, in the east at Blyton Park’s new circuit in Lincolnshire, and in the north from Elvington, York.

All customers are accompanied by a fully trained race instructor and every supercar is equipped with dual brake pedals. Before driving their chosen car, everyone is given an instructor driven demonstration lap and in-car briefing.

You can get supercar driving gift vouchers through most major high street retail stores or to order online at www.6thgearexperience.com. Vouchers are valid for 10 months and redeemable at any of the company’s five UK venues.

Gift packages are priced from £75 to £795.

Be hurry and make a perfect present for you petrol head relatives and friends. A gift present for just £75 includes: An instructor driven demonstration/familiarisation lap; 3 – 4 laps (depending on location) driving one of the following supercars : Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Ferrari 360 Modena, Lamborghini Gallardo, Audi R8, Porsche 911 Turbo or supercharged Ariel Atom; A certificate of supercar driving.

Source: 6^th Gear Experience

November 2, 2011

Edo Competition Porsche Panamera S Hellboy

Edo Competition has announced tuning program for Porsche Panamera S. The tuned version is called Hellboy and that suits to it – perfectly.

The mighty 4.8 liter V8 engine is boosted to 465PS(342 kW), instead of factory’s 400PS (294kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and the top speed is 305 km/h (190 mph).

The results are thanks to new pressure-monitoring and self-adjusting exhaust system with butterfly valves, high-performance catalytic converters, high-flow mufflers and new tail pipes. There are also an ECU recalibration tuned on the dyno and a set of high-flow air filters.

The body kit consists of a a new carbon fiber front skirt with integrated daytime running lights, new carbon fiber front lip, elegant side skirts, a new carbon fiber rear skirt along with the diffuser, new side mirrors and fender vents. Finally, Edo added a ducktail spoiler.

The vehicle stands on 9.5J x 21” rims at the front and 11J x 21” at the rear fitted with 265/35 ZR 21 and 305/30 ZR 21, respectively.

For better stance and improved handling – an electronic lowering module that can bring the body up to 30 mm closer to the ground can be fitted on request.

Verdict: Definitely straight from hell!

Edo Competition Porsche Panamera S Hellboy

Source: Edo Competition

October 18, 2011

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